I have a vision for our world: a world where everything is valued again for what it’s truly worth, and where people and organisations dare to choose value over status. That vision is the engine behind my atelier and my business. I want to inspire as many people as possible to join this movement, because together, we shape the world of tomorrow.
An Vandenberk
beyond luxury
Bespoke Leather creations, Designed for You Alone
For those who appreciate distinctive design, fine craftsmanship and the pleasure of owning something truly personal. Each creation is individually designed and handcrafted in my Brussels leather atelier, with its future owner in mind.
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I Don’t Just Select Leather. I Read It.
Every leather has its own character, from its texture and movement to the way it responds to a particular shape. As a Material Shaman, I explore these qualities and allow them to influence my designs, whether the material is new, surplus or already carries a personal history.
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small leather goods, Beautifully Considered
From Bauhaus-inspired designs to individual pieces with their own distinctive character. Each creation is designed and handcrafted in my Brussels atelier, using carefully selected leathers, including remnants from larger projects
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Timeless Avant-Garde in Bamboo
Sculptural silhouettes, thoughtful proportions and the softness of bamboo. AN is my clothing line for those who enjoy expressing their individuality through what they wear. Designed in Brussels and produced in small quantities, these pieces leave room for personal interpretation.
Discover ANSelected Leather Creations
Architectural lines, unexpected details and materials chosen for their particular qualities. Each creation in this selection was developed individually, offering a glimpse of the different directions a design can take.
I call my individually numbered, one-of-a-kind creations COMPOSITES. Each brings together the individuality of its owner, the character of the material and my interpretation as a designer.
your bespoke experience
The Pleasure of a Personal Commission
Some clients enjoy exploring every detail of a new handbag. Others prefer to share what appeals to them and leave more room for surprise. There is no single way to commission a piece, and you don’t need to arrive with a fully developed design.
I take care of the creative and technical work, involving you in the decisions that matter to you. You can follow the evolution of your handbag, enjoy the discoveries along the way and leave the making in my hands.
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from the atelier
Where Materials Inspire New Possibilities
An old favourite can sometimes become the beginning of something entirely new. A leather jacket or handbag brought to my atelier may hold details worth preserving, reimagined within a design made for its owner today.
Explore Leather Transformations.
I’m An Vandenberk
Art Designer, Leather Craftswoman & Material Shaman
My studies in architecture and interior decoration shaped my attention to form, proportion and volume. Today, those interests meet my work as an independent leather designer and craftswoman.
In my Brussels atelier, I develop each bespoke creation from the first design decisions to the final finishing. I enjoy exploring unexpected possibilities in leather and translating a client’s wishes into a design with a character of its own.
My clothing line AN offers another expression of my fascination with materials and form.
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Explore a selection of sculptural bamboo clothing, designed to be worn and interpreted in your own way.
from my Brussels atelier
A Glimpse Behind the Atelier Doors
New designs, one-of-a-kind pieces and occasional invitations from my atelier in Schaerbeek. Through my newsletter, I share selected creations, available prototypes and moments from the making process that you might not see elsewhere.
Receive News from the AtelierDesigned for You
Your handbag is developed around your wishes, rather than adapted from an existing model.
Inside and Out
The lining, compartments, fastening and proportions are considered as carefully as the silhouette.
Personally Made
You work directly with me, the person who designs and handcrafts your handbag in Brussels.
Beyond Brussels
Living abroad? We can meet by video call, and I will share the making of your handbag as it takes shape.
Newsletter
Would you like to know when a new one-of-a-kind piece becomes available, or receive an invitation to an event at my atelier? Leave your email address and I’ll keep you informed.